A special invitation for group leaders: Request a story time just for your group. For more information about group attendance at regularly scheduled story times, please contact your local library.

Book Discussion Groups

Middle School Book Group

Be a part of our Middle School Book Group! We read exciting books you choose, have interesting discussions, meet dynamic authors and munch on delicious snacks. Kids in 6th, 7th and 8th grades can join any or all sessions. Just read the book and jump in! For further information, call Emma at 510-981-6223 or email us at bplkids@cityofberkeley.info.

We meet on the third Tuesday of the month, October - May. Check our calendar for more information.

4th & 5th Grade Book Club

Make friends and enjoy delicious treats while talking about fun books. For more information and to find out how to get a copy of the book we'll be reading next, contact Ann or Alan at 510-981-6223 or email us at bplkids@cityofberkeley.info. All 4th and 5th graders are invited to join at any meeting throughout the year. Come even if you haven't had a chance to read the book!

We meet once a month, usually on the first Tuesday of the month in October, and the second Tuesday of the month, November - April.

Paws to Read

Dogs are a great audience! Sign up to read to a trained therapy dog. Choose a book at the library or bring one from home.

For children in grades K through 5. Contact North Branch for more information.